MRT 3 Experiments 24/7 Operations

The MRT 3 or the Metro Rail Transit will be in a 24/7 schedule starting June 1, 2009 to experiment on making this as permanent operating hours. It's a welcome development for the riding public and it was considered for implementation mainly because of the growing demand for MRT 3 operations from BPO night shift workers.

My only concern about this is the night time security outside of the premises of MRT 3 stations as most of the stations are not immediately adjacent to BPO hubs like in Ortigas and Makati. You may need to walk a few blocks more or ride an FX to be reach these offices. I particularly have a friend that always have to take the overpass in EDSA and says she is generally uncomfortable about her security in the area.

Additional police visibility are needed here if they are of any help. I believe a bus system subsidized by the government with special routes directly passing along major BPO hubs will be a much better service rather compared to an 'experiment'.